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Safeguarding Yourself From Fraud - Cyber Security Awareness

To stay safe from fraud, adopt a proactive stance by monitoring financial transactions, safeguarding personal information, and staying informed about emerging fraud trends. Foster a culture of vigilance, raise employee awareness, and invest in robust cybersecurity measures. This approach helps prevent unauthorized access, financial losses, and reputational damage, ensuring compliance with security regulations and promoting a safer digital environment. For more detailed solutions, visit www.cyber

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Safeguarding Yourself From Fraud - Cyber Security Awareness

To stay safe from fraud, adopt a proactive stance by monitoring financial transactions, safeguarding personal information, and staying informed about emerging fraud trends. Foster a culture of vigilance, raise employee awareness, and invest in robust cybersecurity measures. This approach helps prevent unauthorized access, financial losses, and reputational damage, ensuring compliance with security regulations and promoting a safer digital environment. For more detailed solutions, visit www.cyber

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CYBER AMBASSADOR

CYBER SAFE INDIA

SAFEGUARDING
YOURSELF
FROM
Fraud
www.cyberambassador.co.in

#staycybersecured
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CYBER SAFE INDIA

WHAT IS
FRAUD?
Fraud is an act of intentional deception
undertaken to secure financial or personal
gain or to deprive someone of a legal right.
This deceit can take many forms,
encompassing various categories ...

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CYBER SAFE INDIA

FINANCIAL
FRAUD

Embezzlement: Stealing funds entrusted to your care.

Identity Theft: Misusing someone else's personal information for personal gain.

Credit Card Fraud: Using stolen or unauthorized credit cards for purchases.

Tax Fraud: Falsifying tax returns to evade payment.

Investment Scams: Deceptive schemes to lure investors into losing money.

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IDENTITY
FRAUD

Social Security Number Theft: Using someone else's Social Security number for illegal

purposes.

Medical Record Fraud: Falsely submitting medical claims for financial gain.

Passport Fraud: Forging or obtaining passports illegally.

Synthetic Identity Fraud: Creating a completely fabricated identity for fraudulent

activities.

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ONLINE
FRAUD

Phishing Scams: Deceptive emails or messages impersonating legitimate

entities to steal information.

Malware and Ransomware: Malicious software that infects devices to steal data

or hold them hostage.

Fake Websites and Online Scams: Deceptive websites and online offers to trick

users into divulging personal information or financial assets.

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CYBER SAFE INDIA

PROTECTING YOUR
INFORMATION
Securing online accounts:
Emphasize strong passwords and password management practices.
Advise against using personal information (birthdays, pet names) as
passwords.
Encourage two-factor authentication for added security.
Guarding personal data:
Be cautious about sharing personal information online and offline.
Limit social media privacy settings and avoid oversharing personal details.
Shred sensitive documents before discarding them.
Spotting phishing scams:
Beware of suspicious emails, texts, and calls from unknown sources.
Never click on suspicious links or attachments.
Verify the sender's identity before engaging in any communication.

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CYBER SAFE INDIA

FINANCIAL
SAFETY
Monitoring financial accounts:
Regularly review bank statements and credit card transactions for
discrepancies.
Set up alerts for unusual activity on your accounts.
Consider credit monitoring services for proactive protection.
Secure payment methods:
Prefer secure payment methods like credit cards with fraud protection.
Avoid using debit cards for online transactions.
Be wary of online marketplaces with unfamiliar sellers.

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CYBER SAFE INDIA

STAYING
VIGILANT
Be skeptical of "too good to be true" offers.

Don't rush into decisions, especially under pressure.

Cross-check information with trusted sources before acting.

Report suspicious activity to relevant authorities and


financial institutions.

#staycybersecured
Contact Us
ADDRESS
Gangapur Road, Nashik 422013

PHONE
8149906423

WEBSITE
www.cyberambassador.co.in

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